The Nancy Ruffin Show

In this week' episode, Nancy sits down with dream weaver, Apollonia Keys Martinez to discuss all things spirituality, self-realization and personal transformation. Apollonia shares her journey from nightlife hospitality professional to certified life coach, emotional intelligence educator, theta healer, and medicine woman. Apollonia's story is one of survival, transformation and most importantly strength. Tune in now for your weekly dose of inspiration.

To learn about Apollonia visit her website: https://www.apolloniakeys.com/

Connect with her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/apolloniakeys

To ask a question or give feedback, email nancy@thefiercewoman.org. We love to hear from you.

All of us have experienced trials and moments of struggle in our lives, but without storms we'd never experience rainbows. In this episode, Nancy shares some of the greatest lessons she's learned from being married for 20 years. She also discusses how our trials are the very things God uses to lead us into victory. Nancy uses Genesis 37 and the story of Joseph as a reference for how God turns your trials into triumphs and uses what the enemy intends for evil, for good. If you find yourself in the middle of a storm or simply need some encouragement to get through a difficult season in your life, then this episode is for you.

Nancy is back from her mini hiatus and in this week's episode she is discussing the importance of rest, setting boundaries, taking breaks from work and how to increase your faith. Sometimes when we find ourselves in situations beyond our understanding we ask "God, why?" But God doesn't ask us to understand. He asks us to have faith and believe in the things unseen. If you struggle with increasing your faith then tune in as Nancy uses Genesis 15 as a reference to help you build your faith. Listen. Subscribe. Share.

What giant in your life seems unbeatable? Do you have a problem that seems too big or experiencing a situation that seems hopeless? In this week's episode, Nancy discusses the story of David and Goliath and uses it as an example of how like David, you too can defeat the Goliath in your life. Whether it's fear, depression, health issues, financial issues, relationship issues, doubts of faith you can and will overcome. Tune in to hear how.

In Jeremiah 1:5, God tells Jeremiah " Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations." Jeremiah was set apart to be a prophet to the nations even before God created him. God chose the purpose THEN he created Jeremiah to fulfill the purpose. Being a prophet to nations was God's purpose for Jeremiah's life. Like Jeremiah, each of us has a unique calling for which we have been set apart (for which we were created). In this week's episode, Nancy discusses the idea of being set apart and why you already have everything you need to fulfill God's purpose for your life. She also chats with world renowned motivational speaker, Les Brown and shares tips on how to refocus and power up to accomplish your goals this season. Listen. Subscribe. Share.

Have you ever wanted to do something but didn't believe you were equipped, ready, or qualified enough? Are you guilty of letting negative self talk, old beliefs of who you were, or even past failures prevent you from following the dreams of your heart? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this episode is for you. In this week's episode, Nancy has a word for you about letting go of the past, releasing old beliefs, listening to your heart and stepping into your future! It's the season of re-birth. God has a plan for your life. Stop sending Him to voicemail and answer the call! Listen. Subscribe. Share. 

In this episode Nancy discusses the Inauguration and the history making moment of Kamala Harris becoming the first Black/Asian Woman Vice President. She also discusses legacy, what it means, and what each of us can start doing today to create a legacy worth leaving behind. Listen. Subscribe. Share.

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It's a new year and in this episode Nancy talks about the different elements necessary to discover one's purpose, the importance of self-awareness and why she believes it is the foundation for true success. If you want to start off the new year invigorated, focused, and ready to conquer 2021, tune in now. Listen. Subscribe. Share.

In the last episode of 2020, Nancy reflects on the past year, the lessons learned,  and the importance of practicing gratitude. She also share's insights on discovering purpose and answering the calling on our lives. Listen. Share. Subscribe.

New episodes will air on January 11, 2021.

In this week's episode Nancy discusses the outrage about the Netflix film Cuties, the passing of the honorable Ruth Bader Ginsberg and what her death means for this country and the Supreme court, she shares her upcoming fall programming and workshops and challenges you to ask yourself if you're living a purpose driven life? She shares how she discovered her own purpose and gives you practical tips on how you can begin to discover yours.

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As we navigate through this critical moment in history it's important to have the difficult conversations about race, systemic racism, and how even in the midst of our greatest storms, God is always with us.   

In this week's episode, I sit down with award winning children's book author Sulma Arzu Brown to discuss racism in America. During our conversation we talk about what it means to show up, ally-ship from our white community, loving like Jesus loved, and how we hold companies accountable for true diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  

About Our Guest:  Sulma Arzu Brown is an award winning children's book author. Her books Bad Hair Does Not Exist/Pelo Malo No Existe and My Hair Comes With Me can be purchased on Amazon and you can connect with Sulma on Instagram at @nopelomalo_sulma.

It's no secret that the coronavirus pandemic has impacted how many organizations are conducting business given our current circumstances. With many businesses shifting to remote work and working from home models and the food industry relying heavily on their take out/delivery services to keep their businesses afloat, the arts and theater industry have also had to pivot in how they get their art to consumers.  

In this week's episode, Nancy sits down with Melisa Ramos, Director and lead curator of the Pregones Puerto Rican Traveling Theater to discuss the 21 Islands International Short Film Festival and how the arts & culture sector is quickly adapting to virtual events. Melisa also discusses her career journey,  the importance of storytelling and why she credits her grandmothers as her biggest inspiration. If you’re an artist or creative you definitely want to make sure you’re tuned in.  

Subscribe. Listen. Share. To access the 21 Islands International Film Festival finalists and view the films here.  To connect with Melisa you can find her on Facebook & Instagram. 

*Producer’s Note: In this episode Melisa is mentioned as the Lead Director for Pregonnes PRTT erroneously. Melisa is the Lead Curator of the 21 Islands International Film Festival brought you by Pregonnes PRTT.

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, self-isolation or quarantine is one of the key strategies in “flattening the curve” of infection rates. But with more and more families living in lock-down, isolation periods among families staying within their homes, and not having physical contact with those outside can start to take its toll. 

In this week's episode, Nancy shares tips and strategies on maintaining your sanity during covid-19 and what you can do to survive self isolation and each other.

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Millions of people are working from home, schools are closing and grocery store shelves are empty. There are so many sources of stress during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s normal to feel some anxiety when a global infectious disease impacts every realm of your life.  In this week's episode, Nancy talks about how she's been coping with the Coronavirus pandemic, shares her thoughts as a healthcare worker, the actions the public hospitals are taking to prepare and shares tips for managing anxiety & stress during times of fear and uncertainty.

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In this week's episode Nancy discusses the legacy Kobe Bryant leaves behind after his tragic and untimely death. She discusses Kobe's mamba mentality, what that means, and how (if at all) you're applying it to your life. She challenges you to think about your own legacy and if what you're doing today is contributing to it. Listen. Share. Subscribe. If you love this episode, leave a comment and let us know.

Being accountable is more than just being responsible for something—it's also, ultimately being answerable for your actions and finding the motivation to do difficult things. In this week's episode, Nancy talks about the importance of showing up for yourself, how to avoid self-sabotaging behaviors, and shares tip on how to make yourself more accountable. Listen. Subscribe. Share.

In the last episode of the decade Nancy gives it to you raw no chaser and breaks down the dos and don'ts for the new year. Whether you struggle with setting boundaries, saying no, or eliminating  toxicity from your life, the one common factor in all of it is YOU! This week Nancy challenges you to take an introspective look at yourself and get honest with yourself about who you are so that you can make 2020 your best year yet. 

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Self-awareness
• Setting Boundaries
• Eliminating toxic behaviors, thinking, patterns, habits
• Belief systems
• Value based goals vs. Societal based goals
• Creating a new mindset 

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Have you ever found yourself praying for something you really want? So often we ask God for blessings and miracles, and when we don't get them we feel like He has forsaken us. The truth is we probably aren't being blessed not because God is forsaking us, but because we are not taking action. If we want to see God move in our lives we have to move first. In this week's episode, Nancy talks about preparing for the miracle and the responsibility we have to put some action behind our prayers. "...faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead." James 2:17 

In this episode Nancy shares some highlights from the Grow Your Vision event hosted at Google NYC and what it really takes to level up, expand, and grow in business. 

In this week's episode, Nancy discusses our ability to cultivate change and how we are each equipped to inspire and influence. She also shares her views on the recent Puerto Rico uprising, the danger of Promesa and the Fiscal Control Board, and why it's imperative that everyone use their voice to spread awareness on Puerto Rico's fight for independence.

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 Anyone can father a child, but being a dad takes a lifetime. Fathers play a role in every child's life that cannot be filled by others. This role can have a large impact on a child and help shape him or her into the person they become.   Fathers, like mothers, are pillars in the development of a child’s emotional well-being.  Fathers not only influence who we are inside, but how we have relationships with people as we grow.  The patterns a father sets in the relationships with his children will dictate how his children relate with other people. 

On this week's episode, Nancy sits down with her dad, uncle, and brother-in-law to talk all things fatherhood. They share their own experiences on being a father, how their own parents influenced their parenting styles, how they overcome parenting obstacles, and share sage advice for new and seasoned fathers alike.  

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On this special episode of The Nancy Ruffin Show, Nancy is joined by Diana Olmedo, Myriam Thompson, and Zaida Medina to discuss the truth about motherhood. The ladies, all at various stages of motherhood, share some of their experiences as mothers.  In this super raw and unfiltered conversation between Nancy and her BFF's they share insight on navigating single motherhood, parenting a child with ADHD, raising teenagers, the importance of advocating for your children and so much more. This episode is enlightening, refreshing, and funny. If you've ever wondered what moms talk about when they get together then tune in. 

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This podcast is sponsored by Anchor.

What is my purpose? What am I supposed to be doing with my life? We all, at some point in our lives, find ourselves asking these questions or some variation of them. In this episode, Nancy talks about finding purpose in position and discusses how purpose isn't something you seek or create, but is something you are born with.  She also talks about what you need to do to discover your own purpose and what to do with it once you have. Listen. Subscribe. Share. 

Everyone always tells you to follow your dreams, but what if your dreams aren't what you're supposed to be doing with your life? What if following your dreams isn't tied to your destiny? What if God's dreams for you are greater than the dreams you have for yourself? 

In this episode, Nancy shares how the dreams she once thought she wanted really weren't the dreams she was supposed to be pursuing. She discusses how being a mother was never a dream she had and how that desire ignited dreams she never knew she wanted.  

This is a candid conversation about trusting God's will for your life and understanding that sometimes we have to relinquish our own selfish desire to control the outcome. Sometimes what we think we want pales in comparison to what God wants for us. If you find yourself unsure of what's next for you or if you're questioning or searching for God's plan for your life then this episode is a must listen! 

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This episode was sponsored by Anchor.